Interview Island
A wildlife sanctuary roamed by feral elephants — viewable by boat, not open to land on
Not open for general tourism — landing permits go only to researchersThe Story
Interview Island is a protected wildlife sanctuary best known for a population of feral elephants, descendants of animals once used for logging, along with deer and a variety of birdlife.
It isn't a place you can book a visit to: general tourist landings aren't permitted, so the only way to see it is from a boat passing its coastline. Setting foot on the island requires a Forest Department research permit, not a tourism booking.
Location
Interview Island Wildlife Sanctuary, off Mayabunder
How to Get There
Boat trips from Mayabunder can pass by the island's coastline for wildlife viewing; there is no tourist landing option. Landing permits are issued only for approved research purposes.
Travel Tips
- Book this as a coastal viewing trip only — no operator can arrange a landing for tourists
- Bring binoculars for the best chance of spotting wildlife from the boat